Artwork
Girl on River Bank
Girl on River Bank is an unspecified painting by the Rococo painting artist Katsukawa Shunchō. It dates from 1794 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
About this work
Overview
Girl on River Bank is a painting by Katsukawa Shunchō, created in 1794, and is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows a young woman in traditional Japanese clothing standing on a riverbank, holding a parasol and gazing upwards with a subtle expression, evoking a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Shunchō's use of muted colors, such as beige and dark grey, and a simple composition creates a serene atmosphere, characteristic of his style.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katsukawa Shunchō lived in Edo (now Tokyo) during the late 1700s, a time when floating-world prints—colorful scenes of theater, courtesans, and everyday life—were all the rage.
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